20 Creamy Rice Pudding Recipes

Whip up some tasty rice pudding instead of throwing out your leftover rice. Rice pudding is a delicious dessert that is simple to make and loved by all. Why? Because of its distinct flavor and essential ingredients.

These creamy rice pudding recipes are tasty and the perfect end to a lunch or dinner. Whether you prefer it loose and creamy or baked, there are so many options you need to try.

Here are some of my favorite delicious recipes you would enjoy;

Traditional Rice Pudding

This delicious, creamy, old-fashioned rice pudding recipe calls for your favorite evaporated whole milk and other vital ingredients- vanilla extract, butter, ground nutmeg, sugar, and pudding rice.

It has just the right amount of cream to balance the spicy flavors in the mix. Plus, the rich consistency pairs well with the golden brown color at the end. For a thicker consistency, substitute vanilla extract for vanilla bean paste.

Serve while warm for a genuinely hearty experience.

Basmati Rice Pudding

To lose weight, you need to include this easy rice pudding dessert in your diet. Sweet and creamy, this rice pudding is low in carbs and great for people with diabetes.

It’s an easy process; all you need are your ingredients and a slow cooker. Use brown or white basmati rice, coconut cream, and xylitol/erythritol instead of sugar.

For a spicy kick, you can use ground nutmeg or cinnamon. However, avoid toppings that add more calories to the dish!

Arborio Rice Pudding

Here’s another fresh, tasty, creamy rice pudding you need to try! It requires only a few ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, and you can get it ready in a few minutes.

For this method, you need to simmer cooked rice (arborio rice) over medium heat, which allows it to absorb the milk and other ingredients. In the end, you get the creamiest and most flavorful dessert ever.

Serve at room temperature or cold with a dash of cinnamon.

Greek Rice Pudding

This dish is called Rizogalo and is a favorite egg-free traditional Greek dessert. It has a consistency that resembles more of a custard than a pudding. But, it is refreshingly creamy and delicious.

Vanilla, lemon peel, or orange zest adds a tangy taste to the thick and velvety pudding. However, I guarantee you and your family will not be able to resist this dish’s warm and comforting feeling.

Sprinkle some cinnamon when ready and enjoy it at breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Vanilla Rice Pudding

There’s nothing quite like the mildly delicious taste of vanilla in desserts. So if you enjoy that, this is the best rice pudding you could try.

It’s all about the taste of vanilla with this dish, and to achieve that, use vanilla flavors; vanilla extract and vanilla bean paste. Use long grain white rice and allow the pudding to sit for at least ten minutes to thicken.

Serve it warm and top with your favorite dried fruits.

Blueberry Rice Pudding

Consider the burst of flavor slices of blueberries will add to a bowl of creamy pudding. That’s precisely what you get with this homey dessert treat.

For this delicious recipe, you can use long grain rice, basmati, or arborio rice. But, it doesn’t matter because the sweet and creamy taste always wins in the end!

Enjoy a bowl at any time of the day, and don’t be afraid to add more milk for a loose consistency.

Egyptian Rice Pudding

Here’s another delicious arborio rice pudding recipe you must try. It has a little more fixings but tastes as beautiful as it looks.

Sweet and creamy, this method requires vanilla bean paste, egg yolks, cream, rhubarb stalks, and toasted chopped pistachios. Some orange juice, orange zest, and lemon add a bit of tanginess to the final dish.

It’s easy to make and tastes divine!

Coconut Rice Pudding

You’ve never tasted anything more delicious and creamy than this coconut rice pudding; want to bet?!

It’s made with four different types of milk, coconut cream, and golden raisins for a tasty tropical flavor profile. You will enjoy this dessert better when it is cold for that island feel.

Top with shredded coconut for more flavor and crunch.

Mexican Rice Pudding with Honeycomb

This spicy and flavorful pudding method adds a Mexican twist to your dish. Aside from the standard ingredients, you also have mangoes, cinnamon sticks, golden syrup, and other delicious options.

Short-grain rice is the best rice for this creamy Mexican dessert. Even though the taste is incredible, what really sells this dish is the beautiful shards of honeycomb and slivers of mango.

The honeycomb melts quickly when the dish is served hot. But, you can always do it separately for more bite.

Vegan Rice Pudding

This luscious vegan pudding might be dairy-free, but you will never know from the taste. This dish contains only healthy ingredients and deliciously creamy and with a hint of cinnamon.

Coconut milk or cashew milk for a creamy consistency, maple syrup for sweetness, and some raisins. Add some orange zest for a burst of bright flavor, and you’re done in minutes.

It’s refreshing, creamy, delicious, and low in carbs!

Saffron-layered Rice Pudding

This layered treat is more than fancy; it tastes even better than it looks! Made with medium grain rice and candied or roasted chickpeas, it’s high in protein and delicious.

Rice flour adds to the thickness of the pudding, but the milk keeps it creamy. The presentation is also an exciting part of this dessert- saffron topping, pine nuts, chickpeas, and pomegranate seeds.

It’s exciting and fun to eat!

Quince Rice Pudding

Nothing compares to the warm feeling you get while enjoying a bowl of tasty pudding. But this dish offers something more to your taste buds- Quince’s sweet and sour taste.

The sour Quince paste pairs nicely with the sweetness of the vanilla bean pod and vanilla seeds for a delightful balance. Its smooth consistency is mostly enjoyed when warm, but you can also have it cold.

Don’t forget to drizzle the quince mixture all over the rice for a beautiful finish.

Banana Rice Pudding

Try this yummy dessert for a delightful twist to your pudding mix. Unlike other methods, it’s only mildly sweet and perfect for a room full of people.

Also easy to make, you only need the regular ingredients but with bananas and short grain rice to get the appropriate consistency. Add whipped cream for a velvety mix, and you’re done!

Serve at room temperature, hot or cold; they all taste amazing.

Jasmine Rice Pudding

Consider this one of the tastiest and most inexpensive comfort foods you can have at any time of the day. Warm and creamy, vanilla extract and honey give it an irresistible robust flavor.

Be sure to let it rest for a while so it can thicken as it cools. Then, use cashews or gojiberries as toppings for an extra fruity bite and pepitas for a revitalizing boost.

You can also try substituting with cherries and walnuts for a tart taste.

Plum Compote Rice Pudding

Here’s an autumn-themed dessert that is to die for! Tart and juicy, the way the blood plums merge with the sweetness of the pudding is second to none.

Plums have a natural sweetness, so you don’t need to go heavy with sugar. But you must add enough cream to get an excellent consistency.

Freeze and serve with the compote as the topping.

Caramelized Indian Rice Pudding

Indian cuisines are famous for their sweet and spicy taste; here’s a delicious dessert with nearly the same flavor profile.

With a medley of spices- cardamom and cinnamon, you get a warm addition to the sweet vanilla flavor. But what really stands out is the tanginess of the lemon in the cream. It’s so delicious you’ll always ask for more.

Enjoy this golden dessert warm or at room temperature.

Pineapple Rice Pudding

Crushed pineapples always make a great addition to desserts, and this is no different. Offering a tropical twist, this recipe is both tasty and refreshing.

Imagine the taste of tangy pineapples combined with the mildly sweet and velvet texture of whipped cream. Are you drooling yet?

Serve this dish cold as it is or with cherries as the topping.

Middle Eastern Rice Pudding

Savory and sweet, this middle eastern classic will soon become a favorite in your home. Infused with cloves, cinnamon, and vanilla, it’s the perfect blend of spices.

You can use honey for a more natural sweetness or enjoy the taste of vanilla as it is. However, it would help if you had some crunch so consider adding crushed nuts as garnish.

Everyone, including your kids, will enjoy this tasty dessert!

Mango Rice Pudding

Here’s another delicious tropical twist to your classic pudding. To make rice pudding this refreshing, you need chunks of mangoes and Greek coconut yogurt.

With these simple ingredients, you’ll be done making your first batch in minutes. You can get creative with your garnish- top with star anise, some chunks of mango, or dried fruit.

One thing is for sure; you’ll have a wonderful experience.

Ginger Rice Pudding with Honeyed Pears

Enjoy this decadent twist to your rice pudding. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy and great any time of day.

It may look like it’s too much, but its delicious creamy taste will change your mind. The tasty vanilla pods taste great with the pears and crunchy nuts. You can use any rice and brown sugar for this dish.

Enjoy it warm or cold, and you’ll have a blast.

20 rice pudding recipes

Recipe by Brenda

For a warm and comforting dessert, try some of these delicious and creamy rice pudding recipes!

Ingredients

  • Traditional Rice Pudding

  • Basmati Rice Pudding

  • Arborio Rice Pudding

  • Greek Rice Pudding

  • Vanilla Rice Pudding

  • Blueberry Rice Pudding

  • Egyptian Rice Pudding

  • Coconut Rice Pudding

  • Mexican Rice Pudding with Honeycomb

  • Vegan Rice Pudding

  • Saffron-layered Rice Pudding

  • Quince Rice Pudding

  • Banana Rice Pudding

  • Jasmine Rice Pudding

  • Plum Compote Rice Pudding

  • Caramelized Indian Rice Pudding

  • Pineapple Rice Pudding

  • Middle Eastern Rice Pudding

  • Mango Rice Pudding

  • Ginger Rice Pudding with Honeyed Pears

Directions

  • Choose your preferred recipe
  • Assemble all the needed ingredients
  • Prepare a rice pudding in 30 minutes or less!
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